Fly Into Space With The Animated Family Film CAPTURE THE FLAG, Review and Giveaway #capturetheflag #review #giveaway

February 24, 2016 By Marijean

PREPARE TO BLAST OFF WITH AN OUT-OF-THIS-WORLD

ANIMATED FAMILY ADVENTURE

CAPTURE THE FLAG

Just in Time for Easter Gift-Giving, Fun-Filled Space Adventure Arrives

on DVD, Digital HD and On Demand March 1, 2016

An entertaining thrill-ride that takes viewers on an exciting journey into space, the animated family film CAPTURE THE FLAG arrives on DVD, Digital HD and On Demand March 1, 2016 from Paramount Home Media Distribution. Approved by the Dove Foundation for family audiences, the film weaves a fantastical tale of a boy, his father and grandfather who come together to protect the legacy of the original moon landing. With reimagined animated scenes of the famed Apollo 11 mission, CAPTURE THE FLAG offer fans of all ages an entertaining take on NASA and space exploration.

Space travel runs in Mike Goldwing’s family: both his father and grandfather were astronauts. But the plucky 12-year-old’s estranged grandfather, Frank, has lived a life isolated from his family after missing out on the chance to make history as a member of the Apollo 11 crew. However, when Mike discovers that an eccentric billionaire plans to fly to the moon, claim its vast, valuable mineral resources, and destroy the American flag planted by the Apollo 11 astronauts, the countdown to a spectacular adventure begins! Mike, teamed with his grandfather, best friends Amy and Marty, and a clever chameleon, blasts off on an incredible moon-bound mission, determined to thwart the billionaire’s evil plan, capture the flag, and reunite his divided family.

An ideal gift for Easter, the CAPTURE THE FLAG DVD is presented in widescreen enhanced for 16:9 televisions with English 5.1 Dolby Digital, Spanish 5.1 Dolby Digital, French 5.1 Dolby Digital and English Audio Description, with English, French and Spanish subtitles.

I was sent a copy of this DVD to review. I watched it with both of my children who are 7 and 4 years old. They absolutely loved it. My daughter loves learning about space and watching movies about space, so this was perfect for her. They both enjoyed watching Mike’s moon-bound mission, and this DVD kept them both engrossed the whole time.

CAPTURE THE FLAG

Date: March 1, 2016

SRP: $29.99 U.S.

Runtime: 97 minutes

U.S. Rating: PG for action, language and some thematic elements

Canadian Rating: G

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***I was given a product in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based on my experience with the product. I am not affiliated with the company and everything in this review is my opinion.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

Do You Think Leap Day Should Be a National Holiday? Energize The Extra Day With Premier Protein #review #PremierProtein #LeapDay

February 19, 2016 By Marijean

Did you know that nearly 113 million Americans (35%) think Leap Day should be a federal holiday? That’s more than three times the population of Canada!

Here are some interesting facts:

According to a recent Premier Protein survey, more than a third of Americans (35%) think Leap Day should be a federal holiday, which is nearly 113 million people nationwide – more than three times the population of Canada!
Nearly half the country (46%) would be more likely to get something done than relax during their extra day.

Every four years, an extra day is added to February, giving us 24 extra hours in the year. With 2016 falling on a Leap Year, Premier Protein wants to help you get the most out of your extra day!

According to a recent study by Premier Protein, nearly half of the country (46%) would rather get something done than relax during their extra day. With an additional 24 hours this February, it’s a great opportunity to get one more thing done – whether it’s getting through one more load of laundry or powering through one more workout class at the gym. Premier Protein’s line of bars, shakes and powders provide the sustained energy to help you accomplish whatever your personal “one more” is.

Premier Protein makes Shakes, Bars and Whey Protein. Below are some facts about these products.

Bars:

Premier Protein bars are available in 6 delicious flavors. Each gluten free bar is packed with 30g protein, is a good source of fiber (3g), and is a good source of calcium. Whether you’re grabbing breakfast on the go or in need of an afternoon snack, these delicious bars help curb hunger and fuel all-day long energy. Available in singles, 5-count multipacks, and 18 and 24-count variety packs. Flavors: Chocolate Peanut Butter, Dark Chocolate Mint, Double Chocolate Crunch, Peanut Butter Crunch, White Fudge Raspberry and Yogurt Peanut Crunch.
Nutritional Information o Serving Size: 1 barHigh in Protein (30g)
270 – 290 Calories
Good source of fiber (3g) o Goodsourceofcalcium
GlutenFree
Proprietary Protein Blend

They also offer Protein Fiber Bars.

Shakes:

Rich and creamy Premier Protein® shakes are available in three delicious varieties. Each shake is packed with 30g protein, and contains only 160 calories and 1g of sugar! Available in 4-count, 12-count and 18- count 11-oz multipacks. Convenient screw top cap. Flavors: Chocolate, Vanilla, Strawberries & Cream
Nutritional Information
Serving Size: 1 shake, 11 oz o High in Protein (30g)
160 Calories
1g Sugar
24 Vitamins and Minerals o No Artificial Colors
Proprietary Protein Blend

100% Whey Powder:

Premier Protein powders are available in 2 delicious flavors – chocolate and vanilla. Each powder is 100% whey protein, is gluten free and has no artificial flavors colors or sweeteners. Packed with 30g of protein per scoop, the Premier Protein whey powder is perfect for shakes, smoothies and cooking.
Nutritional Information o Size: 3 lbs. per tubServing size: 1 scoop
High in Protein (30g per scoop) o Low in sugarChocolate: 2g of sugar per scoopVanilla: 3g of sugar per scoop o GlutenFreeNo Artificial Colors or Flavors
Naturally tasting and naturally sweetened
Available at Sam’s Clubs nationwide

I was given the opportunity to try out some of these bars and shakes. I received Chocolate, Strawberry and Vanilla shake flavors and Chocolate Mint, Peanut Butter Caramel, Yogurt Peanut Crunch and White Fudge Raspberry bar flavors. The bars are a good size and do keep me full until lunch time (I tried them for breakfast) and the shakes taste great, no chalky flavor at all and really do taste like Vanilla, Chocolate and Strawberry. I love how they are packed with protein and fiber and keep me full with low calories and fat. I do a lot of walking for exercise, so the protein shakes and bars are perfect for me before I exercise. Definitely give these a try!

For more information, please visit http://www.premierprotein.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/PremierProtein.

About Premier Nutrition Corp.

Premier Nutrition Corporation (PNC), a subsidiary of Post Holdings, Inc., manufactures and distributes nutritional food and beverage products under the brand names of Joint Juice and Premier Protein. Our products have compelling, functional benefits and appeal to a broad range of people pursuing healthy lifestyles.

***I was given a product in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based on my experience with the product. I am not affiliated with the company and everything in this review is my opinion.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

Savore Pepper Grinder

February 18, 2016 By Anne

My 8 year old daughter is a pepper fanatic. It’s weird, I know. How many kids like pepper on their foods?

She likes it on almost all savory foods, even french fries. Well she got that one from me! lol

So we (she) was very excited to be able to review the Savore Pepper Grinder. The Savore Pepper Grinder is an electric grinder that only needs a touch to a button. No twisting needed. You will need 6 AAA batteries and you will need to buy your own pepper. I thought peppercorns came with the grinder but it did not. It was very easy to fill the peppercorns and to place the batteries. My daughter was delighted to be able to make small or large pepper flakes.

Other features include:

Gravity Operated. Simply flip or invert to activate for effortless one-handed dispensing of your seasonings.
Durable eco-friendly ceramic mechanism easily grinds peppercorns, salt, and spices.
Seasons accurately with adjustable ceramic grinding mechanism that adjusts from fine to coarse.
Features a top-mounted grind adjuster that never leaves a trail or mess, and an ultra soft textured non-slip grip.
See-through container makes monitoring pepper level easy and reveals the grinding action. Satisfaction Guaranteed.

Visit http://www.ozeri.com/ to see what other products are available.

Anne

I'm a mother of 2 who likes to get involved in too much! Besides writing here I started a non-profit, I'm on the PTO board, very active in my community and volunteer in the school. I enjoy music, reading, cooking, traveling and spending time with my family. We just adopted our 3rd cat and love them all!

Easter Bunny Photo Experience to open February 26 at The Avenues Mall in Jacksonville

February 18, 2016 By Marijean

EASTER BUNNY PHOTO EXPERIENCE IS COMING SOON TO THE AVENUES TO DELIGHT FAMILIES

Families can also visit the Caring Bunny – a unique event in a subdued environment tailored to special needs children

Simon®, a global leader in retail real estate, is hosting its annual Easter celebration festivities at The Avenues, offering families the chance to participate in traditional and unique seasonal events.

Save time and avoid the line with Bunny by Appointment! Now you can reserve your magical moment with Bunny online at http://simon.noerrbunny.com.

The Bunny Photo Experience begins Friday, February 26 and runs through Saturday, March 26 in Center Court. Kids will have the chance to visit with the Bunny and take home a treasured snapshot of the fun occasion.

The presenting sponsor for the 2016 Bunny Photo Experience is The Gymboree Corporation – including its Gymboree and Crazy 8 clothing brands.

The Avenues’ Caring Bunny™ event will offer families that have children with special needs a subdued environment to participate in the Bunny Photo Experience. Caring Bunny has been developed by Simon and is guided by AbilityPath.org, a national online resource hub and special needs community. Over 90 Simon® properties will host the Caring Bunny this season. Promotional assistance for Caring Bunny has been provided by Autism Speaks.

On Sunday, March 6 from 9 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., many steps will be taken to reduce sensory triggers, creating a more comforting environment for children’s cherished visit with the Bunny. The subdued environment is likely to include (specific elements or aesthetics may vary):

• Turning off in-mall music, stopping escalators located near the photo set, dimming the lights and shutting down fountains for the duration of the event.

• Eliminating queue lines through the use of a numbering system whereby guests approach the set when their number is called.

• Special activities geared toward the needs of the child during the ‘wait’ period to help the child understand what activities will occur during the visit.

Marijean

My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

That’s It. All Natural Fruit Bar Review and Giveaway @ThatsitFruit #giveaway

February 18, 2016 By Marijean

I am always looking for healthy snacks for my family. Something quick and easy, but healthy is the key. When I heard about That’s it. all natural fruit bars I was very interested in trying them!

All 9 delicious varieties

That’s it. makes 9 delicious all natural varieties of fruit bars. They each only contain 2 ingredients with no added sugar.

Here are the flavors:

Apple Blueberry (Ingredients: 1 apple and 20 blueberries)
Apple Strawberry (Ingredients: 1 apple and 12 strawberries)
Apple Mango (Ingredients: 1 apple and 1 mango)
Apple Banana (1 apple and 1 banana)
Apple Coconut (Ingredients: 1 apple and 1/4 coconut)
Apple Pear (Ingredients: 1 apple and 1 pear)
Apple Cherry (Ingredients: 1 apple and 10 cherries)
Apple Apricot (Ingredients: 1 apple and 3 apricots)
Apple Pineapple (Ingredients: 1 apple and 1/4 pineapple)

These bars also contain no preservatives, are gluten free, all natural, kosher, vegan and raw. They are either 100 or 110 calories each, have fiber, low fat and non GMO.

Back of the Apple and Banana packaging

I must say, these bars are delicious. You can really taste each fruit when you bite into them and they smell just like the fruit. My 7 year old daughter absolutely loves bringing them to school for snack each day, and my husband takes a bar every day to work. I love knowing that my family is snacking healthy. They are perfect to throw in your diaper bag or purse, and take with you for family trips or even business trips! With all of the different varieties offered, I am sure you and your family will love these bars as well.

Apple and Apricot fruit bar

You can purchase a 9 bar sample pack to try out the different flavors for $12.49 here. You can also purchase your favorite flavor in a 12 bar pack for $19.99 here. If you sign up for their emails you will get 15% off your first order(excludes sample packs).

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Would you like to try That’s it. fruit bars? A lucky reader will win a 9 bar sample pack and tote! Giveaway ends 3/1!

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***I was given a product in exchange for my honest opinion. This review is based on my experience with the product. I am not affiliated with the company and everything in this review is my opinion.